The the new VW Golf R Variant has been revealed at the LA Auto Show. This is the first time in the history of the Golf R that a station wagon version will be produced.

Sporty Practicality and Performance Merge

The VW Golf R variant is able to seat five passengers and offer lots of space thanks to a large boot and flat-folding rear seats, making it suitable for families and people with active lifestyles.

In terms of performance, the VW Golf Variant features the same 2.0-litre TSI petrol engine which offers up 221 kW (206 kW in SA) of power and 380 Nm of torque. A six-speed DSG dual clutch automatic transmission and 4Motion all-wheel drive system results in a limited top speed of 250kph and a 0-100 kph sprint time of 5.1 seconds while only consuming 7L/100 km.

VW Golf R Variant – Exterior Styling

The VW Golf R Variant features a lowered sports suspension, 0.8 inches lower than the standard Golf R hatchback. Exterior features include a new R-design bumper, high-gloss black diffuser, four chrome exhaust tips ‘aero flaps’ on the D pillars, cherry-red tail-lights and LED lighting for the number plate.

Up front, the VW Golf Variant features an R-specific bumper with large air intakes, grille with R logo and Bi-Xenon headlights with integrated Daytime Running Lights (DRLs).

The VW Golf R Variant rides on 18-inch Cadiz aluminum-alloy wheels with black brake calipers with 19-inch Cadiz and Pretoria aluminium-alloy wheels being option.

Interior Styling

Sports seats with a mix of fabric and Alcantara can be found inside with stitching in crystal grey and with the “R” logo on the backrests. Other features include blue ambient lighting, automatic air conditioning and a Composition Touch infotainment system while a Nappa Carbon leather package is available as an option. The “R” design three-spoke sport steering wheel is wrapped in leather and features a “R” logo in the lower cross bar with contrasting stitching in crystal grey.

The VW Golf Variant will go on sale in Europe in 2015.